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Seafarers, sustainability and the path ahead with Larry Gwee from SMOUSeafarers, sustainability and the path ahead with Larry Gwee from SMOU

Attracting young talent to seafaring, the role of unions in the energy transition, and the power of tripartism in fostering collaboration between unions, employers, and governments.

Marcus Hand, Editor

October 10, 2024

23 Min Listen

Join Marcus Hand, Editor of Seatrade Maritime News, as he delves into the challenges and opportunities facing seafarers and the maritime industry with Larry Gwee, Assistant General Secretary of the Singapore Maritime Officers Union (SMOU).

A lively conversation with Larry covers –

  • The image challenge facing seafaring

  • How to attract young to go to sea

  • The energy transition and alternative fuels

  • The role of technology

  • The power of tripartism between unions, employers, and the authorities

  • Future plans and initiatives for SMOU

Listen to the full conversation now

About the Author

Marcus Hand

Editor

Marcus Hand is the editor of Seatrade Maritime News and a dedicated maritime journalist with over two decades of experience covering the shipping industry in Asia.

Marcus is also an experienced industry commentator and has chaired many conferences and round tables. Before joining Seatrade at the beginning of 2010, Marcus worked for the shipping industry journal Lloyd's List for a decade and before that the Singapore Business Times covering shipping and aviation.

In November 2022, Marcus was announced as a member of the Board of Advisors to the Singapore Journal of Maritime Talent and Technology (SJMTT) to help bring together thought leadership around the key areas of talent and technology.

Marcus is the founder of the Seatrade Maritime Podcast that delivers commentary, opinions and conversations on shipping's most important topics.

Conferences & Webinars

Marcus Hand regularly moderates at international maritime events. Below you’ll find a list of selected past conferences and webinars.

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